Rockstar_Jen

I too an allergic to adhesive, unfortunately found this out after an epidural... By far the worst part of giving birth. So my doc used surgical glue for my sutures... Guess what? Allergic to that too. They had me take Benedryl by mouth and topically for a few days and the problem went away. I feel your pain.
Hope it gets better quick for you.
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It's all divine timing sometimes. I feel like I wouldn't have been ready to make this lifestyle change any sooner or any later. I was ready when I did it...more than ready. And the Universe conspired to make that happen. All financial and insurance ducks in a row.
I put alot of thought into the money I did have to come up with for the surgery (is it worth it....could I put the money away for the kids....you know...always putting my needs last). I am soo glad I put myself first this time. The value of me being healthier and possibly living longer for these kids......well I can't put a value on it!

So i was just reading and responding to another post asking about how long were you out from work. It made me think about my journey and how things work out.
I had worked at my job for 10 years mostly doing Purchasing and acct. Payable At 7 years in, a manger from another dept. recruited me in to the Insurance dept. So for those last 3 i did casualty claims, workers comp, medical insurance... etc. I like the job, but didn't love it.
In my process of going to doctors and having all the test done, i got approved on the first letter sent to UHC. I was so Excited to start my new life.
October 30th i started my two week liquid diet. On November the 5th we left on a vacation to the Tennessee on the Harley. Yes i was on vacation and doing a liquid diet... and yes it was hard as hell and yes it was cold on the bike...lol. Unannounced to me that Friday the 6th they had a Lay off at work and I was to be one of them. But because i was on vacation, mine was postponed till i was scheduled back which was the 16th. So I had LB surgery on the 10th of November and lost my job on the 16th.
Point to the story: If i had not taking that vacation at that time, i would have lost my job on the Friday before my Lb surgery, would have lost my insurance and would not have had my surgery... and probably would still be FAT if not Fatter.
But fate was on my side and i did have my surgery and i did lose the weight and i am soooo happy with where i am now.
An't it Funny how things work out...

I had my surgery on Tuesday and was doing light duty by Friday. Three weeks out I was shooting (photographer) which requires lifting about 50 pounds consistently. I know everyone is different, but I had very little pain or discomfort.
Best of luck to you!
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Dr. Carcamo also did my surgery. I have had my band for one year now and im feeling good. Nice to see others on here from San Antonio.

I think my next bday...I am going to have hubby send me to the spa!

I'm still seeing a team of Dr.'s...all on a 4 month rotation...I try to book them all on the same day to make my schedule easier....

So today...I see My PCP at 8am, then my Podiatrist for my Insurance paid pedicure and foot massage (diabetes) ....then my Endocrinologist...wish She would release me, my A1-c's have been holding steady well under 6.0, last was 5.6 with NO MORE MEDS or INJECTIONS...I don't even check my sugar anymore.....
I also have my Cardiologist today...very routine but the the waiting room always scares me straight!...Soooo many very sick people.....every Obese, smoker should sit there for 1 hour....that will make you wan to go to the gym if nothing else will.....
Finally my Dermatologist...again, release me.....I did have serious skin issues when I was fat, unhealthy and out of shape......was in isolation more than once! But that's all behind me.....

After this, my PCP and Cardiologist always tweak my Rx's, so it's off to the pharmacy to get that straight....

Only Dr. not on todays list is my Bariatric Surgeon...that was 2 weeks ago... and he made me feel pretty good too...was told I have no weight left to loose! Can't get any better than that!

The upside of all this...is once upon a time I dreaded facing each one because it was never very inspiring...like meeting the grim Reaper 4-5 times in one day....was even told point blank I will not be around very long and should think about my family and arrangements....

But now...as with the past visits, I expect accolade after accolade....I've seen my lab work from last week...everything is right down the middle....so it will be a very motivating uplifting day....even My cardiologist who was not very keen on this surgery (diet and exercise guy) will call me HIS prize patient....sure, he performed Life saving Heart surgery but not the weight loss......afterwards I will go to the gym and Celebrate by running till I drop! Then maybe a tall one when I get home to watch NCAA basketball on TV!
It WILL be a GOOD DAY!!!

So as of this morning I am down 92 lbs. Egads! I am beyond excited. 8 more lbs and I am buying myself a Kindle Fire. Yes, I could go out and buy it now but I am determined to wait until I meet that 100 lb lost goal. In the past, I could never meet a weight loss goal. I am going to stick to my commitment that I made myself. For me, I found that small goals work best. My bandiversary is on May 23rd. My goal is to be living in "wunderland" by that date. If I am at 199, I will have met that goal. That is my focus right now. When I meet it, there will be some celebrating going on! If you hear a loud noises from the St. Louis area, you will know that is me hoopin and hollerin! In 2 weeks I am going to see my dad for the first time since October. I know he is going to gush all over me and be so proud. I'm not gonna lie....I love that! Thanks for letting me share.
God Bless!

Just had my first fill an hour ago, so Protein shake for me tonight :-)
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i am kinda on the short side......and 8 months ago, i was about as wide as tall..my stomach played a major part and stuck out alot....take a gander at my profile pic in green if you dont believe me..
anyhow, i noticed today while moving the wet clothes to the dryer that i could stand on my tippy toes and reach nearly all the way into the washer to get the clothes out...where as before, i couldnt reach more than half way and more than a few times had to get the ole man to help...now that was a wonderful moment for me and even teared up a bit at just how far i have come since june 6
now i know what your thinking, kinda silly
yeah i know but when you notice your stomach doesnt hinder you as it once did, its pretty big (pardon that expression)....(IE: seat belts, crossing my knee over my legs, seat in car, clothes) you get excited.
thought i'd share another silly success

Congrats! You'll do just fine. One step, one sip at a time. I was right there where you are about 3 1/2 years ago. Today will be filled with questions, more questions, and then they'll ask you a bunch of questions, lol. Just know that you have made this decision to become a healthier person. Don't expect to magically wake up and be at goal weight. Take everything one day at a time, follow the advice of your surgeon, and come here for general advice from a great many of folks who have been through what you will be going through. Keep us updated! Wishing you much success on your exciting new journey.

Thank you so much i apprecite the advise... :-)

I think it's completely normal. Just remind yourself to get your fluids in. Small sips. Your stomach is swollen, but it will go down.
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I got banded with TR and it was 1 month between consultation to surgery. They did the EGD one week prior to surgery. Good luck!
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You look fabulous! Love the letter jacket! Congrats
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The ban on liquids is to slow the digestion of the food. Your body makes liquid to help with digestion naturally drinking Water speeds the process think of the food in your stomach as dirt trying to go down a drain (the hole created by the band). Naturally we turn the dirt into sticky mud because we don't add much water but if you drink quickly you get more food mud but it's also thinner. For some people it will speed up how quickly it goes down the drain for others it just overflows the sink.

You should measure your self and go by inches lost...I was driving myself batty with the scale going up and down, but regardless of the scale my clothes were just getting looser and that is what I focused on

I too wanted to keep it a secret, but some needed to know I was having surgery so I told them I was having a hiatal hernia repaired. It's in the same location and many times needs to be repaired at the same time. I did have one, so I didn't feel like I was lying. I've told a few more people than I planned, but selected only those who I knew would support me. Good luck!
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I'm like Missy, my girls are 9&10. I told them that I wanted to be able to have more quality time with them and ride rollercoasters and stuff. I downplayed the surgery a little as to not scare them, but at the same time made sure they knew how much I love the,. I saw one poster once had written out just on case letters for her children. I may have done that if I would have thought about it. The surgery itself is pretty safe as far as surgeries go. The eating takes some getting used to, but we're all adjusting.
Good luck to you!
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My girls are 12 & 9, they are well aware of my struggles with my weight, but we sat them down and were honest with them. That I was going to have surgery to help me be healthy. They were both very supportive and more than once I have received warnings that I need to drink my Water because we are having dinner soon.
My one daughter is adopted, and came from a home ruled by two hypochondriacs who instilled in her a terror of every sniffle, sneeze or Dr. visit. She has come a long way and my surgery was really a graduation exercise for her, two years ago I do not think she could have handled knowing the details, but we were very calm, discussed the procedure matter of factly and did not go into too many details. She did great.

I'm like Missy, my girls are 9&10. I told them that I wanted to be able to have more quality time with them and ride rollercoasters and stuff. I downplayed the surgery a little as to not scare them, but at the same time made sure they knew how much I love the,. I saw one poster once had written out just on case letters for her children. I may have done that if I would have thought about it. The surgery itself is pretty safe as far as surgeries go. The eating takes some getting used to, but we're all adjusting.
Good luck to you!
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I went through the exact same thing with TR. I didn't have much reflux and heartburn so I was really nervous that I wouldn't have a hiatal hernia. Thankfully I had a small one, so I am paying the 5500.00. They told me about 97% of the time a small herna is present, so try not to stress too much. In fact they even scheduled my surgery date before confirming the presence of the hernia. I did the EGD one week prior t being banded. I was banded earlier this month on the 5th. :-) I too had some guilt about wanting to have a hernia, just seems wrong... Lol
Best of luck, keep us informed
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I know it does seem wrong! lol Thanks so much that definitely calms my nerves a bit. I have an EGD scheduled for the 6th so I'm waiting as patiently as I can. The advocate that's helping me through TR told me she didn't have any symptoms of a hiatal hernia and she had one so that helped me too! Congrats to you on getting banded, and best of luck on your journey! I'm praying I will be on my journey soon!

I went through the exact same thing with TR. I didn't have much reflux and heartburn so I was really nervous that I wouldn't have a hiatal hernia. Thankfully I had a small one, so I am paying the 5500.00. They told me about 97% of the time a small herna is present, so try not to stress too much. In fact they even scheduled my surgery date before confirming the presence of the hernia. I did the EGD one week prior t being banded. I was banded earlier this month on the 5th. :-) I too had some guilt about wanting to have a hernia, just seems wrong... Lol
Best of luck, keep us informed
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Try not to be so hard on him. I know it's not easy but truth be told most people who haven't battled obesity are clueless the physical and emotional toll it plays in our life. My dh (devoted husband, was what I thought it stood for, lol) is all muscly and has a 6 pack and he is certainly clueless. However he went the opposite as yours and was telling me he loved me the way I am, I could tell the money it is costing was a huge hang up for him as well. We have to pay 5500.00 out of pocket. He made me second guess myself more than a couple times. However I knew that once I lost a few pounds he would enjoy the benefits as well. I'm only 2 1/2 weeks post op and down about 25 pounds and already feel better about myself and he can see the difference. Now he's starting to get excited. It sounds like your hubby is trying to go the opposite route and be optimistic and excited for you. But I'm sure he loves you the way you are now too! After all, he's been by your side through your journey so far, right? :-)
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